An eight-year-old girl tragically passed away after experiencing a medical emergency at her primary school and has been identified as Olivia-Grace Huxter. The incident occurred at Penrhys Primary School where she was taken ill on Wednesday and later succumbed at the hospital. Olivia-Grace was affectionately described as a “beautiful baby girl” by her grieving family.
Expressing her profound loss, Olivia-Grace’s mother, Melanie, shared heartfelt sentiments, reminiscing about their cherished moments together. The family resides in Ferndale, Rhondda, and authorities are awaiting the results of a post mortem examination to ascertain the cause of the child’s death. Despite the tragic event at the school, family members emphasized that it was an unforeseen accident with no one held accountable.
Following the tragedy, Penrhys Primary School temporarily closed but resumed classes after a day. The school conveyed gratitude for the supportive messages from parents amidst the distressing incident. South Wales Police confirmed the investigation into the sudden death of the girl, highlighting that there are no suspicious circumstances and the coroner’s inquiry is underway.
Councillor Julie Edwards assured the public that more information regarding the incident will be disclosed as the investigation progresses. Authorities have urged against spreading misinformation and speculation to maintain accuracy and respect for the family’s privacy during this trying time.
